Specialist general surgeons and physicians at Churchill Private Hospital and Specialist Centre encourage people to “please don’t be shy” and have concerns checked as soon as possible.
As we get older we can start to feel different aches and pains in our bodies, including in our abdomen.
Minor abdominal pain can result from a number of causes including having gas (wind) trapped in your stomach, or eating too much. You can try lying down to rest, sipping on clear fluids or putting a warm wheat pack on your stomach to relieve symptoms.
More serious abdominal pain could be caused by blockages, stomach ulcers or diseases which cause inflammation. It can also be accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, persistent vomiting, diarrhoea or bloating.
If you experience severe abdominal pain, your stomach is tender to touch, you can’t stop vomiting or there is blood in your vomit, urine or bowel movement, please see your doctor as soon as possible. You should also see your doctor if you have other symptoms along with the pain – such as fever or dizziness – especially if those symptoms get worse over time.
Your doctor may recommend further investigation by a specialist general surgeon or physician. Churchill Private Hospital and Specialist Centre is home to several specialists who focus on abdominal conditions. They also provide endoscopy services such as a camera examination of the stomach and large bowel.
If you are recommended to see a Churchill Specialist, know that they are local and can see you here in Blenheim. And if you do require an endoscopy examination, your specialist will arrange to see you through Churchill Private Hospital, an exceptional local healthcare facility where your care is a priority.
